Be part of something truly special on our Mindful Making Monday

We’re opening Festival Week with a gentle, meaningful project that brings Ilkeston together stitch by stitch. Between 10am and 2pm, drop in at any time and help us create a beautiful community quilt that will be gifted to a local care home supporting people living with dementia.

This isn’t just crafting, it’s connection. It’s slowing down, sharing stories, making something with your hands that will bring comfort to others. Whether you stay for ten minutes or the whole session, your stitched work will become part of a bigger whole … a patchwork of kindness, creativity and community spirit.

No sewing experience needed just bring yourself! We’ll show you everything you need to know. You’ll be surrounded by friendly faces, gentle conversation and the warm, welcoming atmosphere that everyone talks about.

We are sad to say that The Ripple Effect Dress will no longer be with us during the Ilkeston Festival … BUT we are excited to announce that will be exhibited at The Museum of Making in Derby from Monday 13th July until the beginning of October 2026. Such an honour for all involved. It will then be coming to Our Crafty Place later in the year – hurrah! … we will keep you posted!

Refreshments will be available to buy and you’re welcome to bring your own lunch or nip out locally.

Come and add your stitch to something that will mean the world to someone else. A simple act, a shared moment, a lasting gift.